The EFL’s Checkatrade Trophy didn’t win many fans with lower league clubs, and while Hartlepool struggled on the pitch in their match against Rochdale, off the pitch things were even worse.

Only 380 people turned up to watch the fixture, as Pools were dumped out of the trophy – and while it was bad enough on the field, it was the EFL that were left to claim that the competition was a worthwhile venture… despite the lack of fans.

Seeing his beloved club’s demise and witnessing their drop into the League Two relegation zone, Sky Sports’ influential presenter Jeff Stelling lets rip on the Pools’ hierarchy, calling for manager Dave Jones to walk, live on TV.

“Dave Jones, for the good of the club, just go now. You’ve got 13 points from 51. This is not your level of football,” Stelling said in his impassioned plea.

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